Hanukkah is almost officially underway, so it's just about time to celebrate. While it may not be as widespread as Christmas since just around five percent of Americans celebrate Hanukkah, with many millions worldwide participating in the nine-day holiday every year, it's undoubtedly a beloved occasion for numerous people around the globe.

So if you're tired of waiting and ready to see some memes representing your favorite holiday, we've gathered some for you to enjoy here from across the internet.

Celebrating Hanukkah in the United States can be difficult, especially if you don't have any days off work or school and people have actually turned violent after hearing retail workers say, "Happy Holidays." If you're celebrating the holiday this year, hopefully these memes will relate to your pain. Here are some memes and images representing the ups and downs of Hanukkah.